4.5.4 - General Characteristics
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What is the principal oxidation state of lanthanoids?
💡 Hint: Consider which oxidation state is most commonly seen.
Name two colored lanthanoid ions.
💡 Hint: Think of lanthanoids that are known for their distinct colors.
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What is the principal oxidation state of lanthanoids?
💡 Hint: Consider which oxidation state is stable among lanthanoids.
True or False: All lanthanoid ions exhibit colors.
💡 Hint: Consider how f-electrons contribute to color in ions.
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Discuss the industrial importance of lanthanoids focusing on specific elements and their applications.
💡 Hint: Search for industries using lanthanide elements for manufacturing or technological applications.
Explaining lanthanoid contraction, how does it influence the chemistry of subsequent elements in the periodic table?
💡 Hint: Consider the trend of atomic radii across periods.
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